Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is four hours 12 minutes behind Cairns and follows the UTC+5:47 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CNS to KTM flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Currently, ر.ق. 2,077 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 2,691. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from CNS to KTM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
71.55% of flights that depart Cairns Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CNS? If you're catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cairns Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Spark Car to explore parts of Kathmandu that don't always get the spotlight.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport is February, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Cairns Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport for June if you want to visit Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNS to KTM in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Nepal just waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Patan is another standout destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without a visit to Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.
